Joy Winkler
Named as one of the top yoga instructors in Houston (Health & Fitness Magazine), Joy breathes fun and vitality into her uplifting vinyasa flow classes. Her innovative sequencing, combined with her wisdom and sparkling spirit, make each class a unique and transforming experience.
“Yoga is a metaphor for life”, Joy continuously and gently reminds her students. “Everything we teach ourselves on the yoga mat is helping us live happier and healthier lives off the mat.” Rather than focusing on the outward appearance of the postures, Joy encourages students to feel their way through the practice and move in a way that is enjoyable for them – moving not from the head-space, but from a heart-centered space. The result is a juicy and luxurious practice that teaches the student to enjoy every moment of their life, remaining calm during the challenges and wide-awake during the quiet times.
Joy’s classes are kept fresh by inspiration from her own practice, 20-year dance background, and studies of alternative healing and empowerment techniques. Her classes encourage students to open their hearts and listen to their inner wisdom, the importance of which Joy has experienced first-hand.
After graduating from Rice University with a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and working as an engineer for several years, Joy made a leap of faith and decided to follow her passion for healing by teaching others to heal themselves through yoga. In 2003, she founded the Joy Yoga Center, which has been named “Best Yoga Studio in Texas” by Competitor magazine for both 2006 and 2007. Joy also extends her passion for healing to the community through Joy Yoga Center’s involvement with various charitable organizations such as The Rose, The Rescue Bank, and St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.
Joy will present:
Quantum Yoga Saturday, February 18 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
